Endeavor Health Northwest Community Hospital ER, doctors, parking and patient information
Endeavor Health Northwest Community Hospital (NCH) is located at 800 W. Central Road, Arlington Heights, IL 60005. The hospital serves Chicago’s northwest suburbs with emergency and trauma care, cardiovascular medicine, neurosciences, orthopedics, oncology, surgery, maternity, Level III neonatal intensive care, pediatric acute care, imaging, laboratory services, rehabilitation and an outpatient pharmacy.
The campus includes the main hospital, Busse Center for Specialty Medicine, North and South Pavilions, Day Surgery Center and other outpatient services. Because several entrances and parking areas serve the campus, this guide explains the practical details patients commonly need before arriving.
Arlington Heights, IL 60005
General hospital and emergency routing.
Adjacent to the Emergency Department.
Records, imaging discs and NCH MyChart assistance.
Billing questions and payment plans.
Customized estimate assistance.
Start here: what do you need at Northwest Community Hospital?
Use the most specific number or building available instead of starting every task through the main hospital line.
Northwest Community Hospital Emergency Department
NCH provides advanced adult and pediatric emergency care at the Arlington Heights campus.
Open every day.
800 W. Central Road.
Advanced trauma services.
Emergency certifications
- Level II trauma center
- Emergency Department Approved for Pediatrics (EDAP)
- DNV Comprehensive Stroke Center certification
When to use the ER
- Chest pain or suspected heart attack
- Stroke symptoms
- Severe breathing difficulty
- Loss of consciousness
- Severe trauma
- Uncontrolled bleeding
- Severe burns
- Serious allergic reaction
- Major fractures
- Severe abdominal pain with concerning symptoms
- Other potentially life-threatening conditions
ER fees
Northwest Community Hospital does not publish one universal Emergency Department case fee. Charges depend on the level of emergency evaluation and services actually needed, including testing, X-rays, CT or MRI, medication, procedures, specialist consultation, observation or inpatient admission.
24-hour Pediatric Acute Care Center
Northwest Community Hospital provides dedicated acute-care services for infants, children and teenagers.
Adjacent to the main Emergency Department.
Current Pediatric Acute Care Center visitor policy.
The Pediatric Acute Care Center evaluates acute illness and injuries in infants, children and teens. Because it is directly connected with the Emergency Department, children requiring higher-level emergency evaluation can be escalated quickly.
Why the EDAP designation matters
The Emergency Department Approved for Pediatrics designation means the emergency department meets Illinois requirements related to pediatric equipment, policies, staffing and readiness.
How to make an appointment with an NCH doctor
Northwest Community Hospital specialists use department and practice-specific scheduling numbers.
What to bring
- Photo identification
- Insurance card
- Referral or authorization if required
- Medication list
- Relevant laboratory reports
- Outside imaging when requested
- Previous medical records related to the visit
Northwest Community Hospital doctors and specialist contacts
Below are current providers and teams with Northwest Community Hospital affiliations or Arlington Heights practice locations.
Cardiology
Common Arlington Heights office:
1632 W. Central Road, Arlington Heights, IL 60005
Phone: 847-618-2500
| Doctor | Published specialty / role | Scheduling |
|---|---|---|
| Stephen Zaacks, MD | Interventional Cardiology; leader of the NCH cardiac catheterization lab | 847-618-2500 |
| Rick Jobski, MD | Cardiology / Internal Medicine | 847-618-2500 |
| Zehra Jaffery, MD | Cardiology | Use current Endeavor provider scheduling |
| Gilbert Sita, MD | Cardiology / Interventional Cardiology | Use current Endeavor provider scheduling |
| Nikhil Narang, MD | Cardiology / Advanced Heart Failure | Use current Endeavor provider scheduling |
Advanced Neurosciences Center
Address: 880 W. Central Road, Suite 7200, Arlington Heights, IL 60005
Appointments: 847-618-4430
| Provider | Specialty | Access |
|---|---|---|
| Vinny Sharma, DO | Neurology / Vascular Neurology | 847-618-4430 |
| Susie Ro, MD | Neurology | 847-618-4430 |
| John Flach, DO | Neurology | 847-618-4430 |
| Brooke Johnson, DO | Neurology / neuro-ophthalmic conditions | 847-618-4430 |
| Carlos Ignacio Illingworth Garcia, MD | Neurology / Neurocritical Care | 847-618-4430 |
Diamond Migraine & Headache Center
| Doctor | Specialty | Appointments |
|---|---|---|
| Zilfah Younus, MD | Neurology / Headache Medicine | 847-618-3590 |
| Merle Diamond, MD | Headache Medicine | 847-618-3590 |
Diamond appointment information is also available at 1-800-HEADACHE (1-800-432-3224).
Orthopedics
| Provider | Specialty | Current NCH contact |
|---|---|---|
| Sapan Shah, MD | Orthopaedic Surgery / Orthopaedic Trauma | 847-618-0217 |
| Ariana Jones, PA-C | Orthopaedic Surgery | 847-618-8839 |
| Meghan Krishnan, PA-C | Orthopaedic Surgery | Use current Endeavor scheduling |
Hematology and oncology
| Doctor | Specialty | Current directory status |
|---|---|---|
| Robert Eisner, DO | Hematology / Oncology / Palliative Medicine | Northwest Community Hospital affiliated |
| Roberto Montoya Barraza, MD | Hematology / Oncology | Current directory lists accepting-patient status |
| Alla Gimelfarb, MD | Hematology / Oncology | Northwest Community Hospital affiliated |
| Britt Hanson, DO | Hematology / Oncology | Northwest Community Hospital affiliated |
Obstetrics and Gynecology
| Doctor | Specialty | NCH relationship |
|---|---|---|
| Kerry Swenson, MD, PhD | Obstetrics & Gynecology | Northwest Community Hospital affiliated |
| Huiwen Liu, MD | Obstetrics & Gynecology | Northwest Community Hospital affiliated |
| Nicole Lomotan, MD | Obstetrics & Gynecology | WomanCare / NCH |
| Mariusz Koziol, MD | Obstetrics & Gynecology | WomanCare / NCH |
| Seiko Yamada, MD | Gynecologic Oncology / OB-GYN | Northwest Community Hospital affiliated |
| Gary Altwerger, MD | Gynecologic Oncology / OB-GYN | Northwest Community Hospital affiliated |
Neonatology
| Doctor | Specialty | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Carol Castelino, MD | Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine / Pediatrics | Level III NICU |
| Steven Powell, MD | Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine | Level III NICU |
| Kendall Ulbrich, MD | Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine / Pediatrics | NCH-affiliated neonatal services |
Major services at Northwest Community Hospital
Emergency & Trauma
24-hour emergency care, Level II trauma and pediatric-ready emergency services.
Cardiovascular
Cardiology, interventional cardiology, catheterization, advanced heart-failure and vascular care.
Neurosciences
Neurology, neurosurgery, neurocritical care, stroke and complex neurological services.
Orthopedics
Orthopedic surgery, trauma, spine and musculoskeletal care.
Oncology
Hematology, oncology, infusion, radiation and multidisciplinary cancer services.
Women’s Health
Pregnancy care, labor and delivery, gynecology and maternal services.
Level III NICU
Advanced newborn intensive care with neonatologists available around the clock.
Pediatrics
24-hour Pediatric Acute Care Center and inpatient pediatric services.
Surgery
Day surgery and a broad range of inpatient and outpatient surgical specialties.
Imaging
Diagnostic and interventional radiology services.
Laboratory
Routine and advanced laboratory testing.
Pharmacy
Full-service outpatient retail pharmacy in the Busse Center lobby.
Wound Care
Advanced wound treatment on the eighth floor of the East Tower.
Headache Medicine
Diamond Migraine & Headache Center specialty services.
Interventional Radiology
Image-guided minimally invasive treatment for vascular, cancer and other conditions.
Labor and Delivery, Mother-Baby and Level III NICU
Northwest Community Hospital provides pregnancy, delivery and advanced newborn care in Arlington Heights.
Labor and Delivery
- Visiting hours: 24 hours a day
- Primary support person: 24-hour access and not counted as a visitor
- Visitors: up to two adult visitors
NCH provides anesthesia and neonatology services around the clock during maternity care. Labor rooms include support tools such as labor balls, peanut balls and squatting bars.
Mother-Baby unit
- Visiting hours: 8 a.m.-8 p.m. daily
- Overnight support: one adult support person
- Visitors: up to four at one time during visiting hours
- Age restriction: none listed in the current hospital policy
Level III NICU
Northwest Community Hospital operates a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit capable of caring for premature newborns and critically ill infants of any gestational age.
Board-certified neonatologists and specially trained neonatal nurses provide 24-hour on-site care.
NICU capabilities include:
- Mechanical ventilation
- Advanced imaging
- Surgical support
- Pharmacy
- Feeding therapy
- Nutritional support
- Developmental occupational therapy
- Private NICU rooms for babies and families
NICU visitors
- Visiting hours: 24 hours a day
- Primary access: parents/guardians
- Age restriction: no visitors under age 18
Pre-register for delivery
Maternity patients can pre-register through NCH MyChart. If you have previously received care at NCH but do not have a portal account, call 847-618-3775, Monday-Friday from 8 a.m.-6 p.m., for account setup assistance.
NCH doctor fees, ER fees and cost estimates
Northwest Community Hospital publishes price-transparency tools but not one flat consultation or ER price for every patient.
Email: estimates@endeavorhealth.org
Billing questions and payment plans.
Doctor visit fee
There is no single NCH physician consultation fee. A cardiology appointment, neurology consultation, cancer visit, OB/GYN appointment and orthopedic evaluation can all have different professional and facility charges.
ER case fee
There is no single published ER case fee. Emergency charges depend on the patient’s condition and the tests and treatment required.
How to get a cost estimate
Northwest Community Hospital billing and payment plans
Patient Accounting and Finance.
Pay an NCH bill by phone.
Or use Endeavor’s guest-payment option.
Payment methods
- NCH MyChart
- Online guest payment
- Phone payment
- Mail payment
Mailing address for payment
Northwest Community Hospital
28079 Network Place
Chicago, IL 60673
Payment plans
If you cannot pay the full balance immediately, call 847-618-4747 to discuss a payment arrangement.
Surprise billing protection
Federal protections generally limit balance billing for emergency services and for certain out-of-network clinicians who provide care at an in-network hospital or ambulatory surgery center.
Northwest Community Hospital financial assistance
NCH patients who have difficulty paying can apply for Endeavor Health financial assistance.
Application help and eligibility questions.
For completed NCH financial-assistance applications.
Where to send an application
Northwest Community Hospital
Patient Services Center
Attn: Financial Counseling
800 W. Central Rd.
Arlington Heights, IL 60005
Applications can also be uploaded through NCH MyChart.
What financial counselors can help with
- Financial-assistance application questions
- Supporting-document requirements
- Application status
- Medicaid application assistance
- Payment options
Insurance accepted at Northwest Community Hospital
Endeavor publishes a separate current accepted-insurance list for Northwest Community Hospital.
Insurance contracts can change, and coverage may differ by plan, physician, behavioral-health network and procedure.
Before scheduled treatment
- Call the number on the insurance card.
- Confirm Northwest Community Hospital is in-network.
- Confirm the named physician is in-network.
- Ask whether a referral is required.
- Ask whether prior authorization is required.
- Confirm the copay.
- Check remaining deductible and coinsurance.
Northwest Community Hospital parking, complimentary valet and Care Carts
The campus has several garages and parking lots serving different hospital buildings.
Parking garages and lots
Endeavor states that several parking garages and lots are available across the Northwest Community Hospital campus. The current hospital page does not publish a general self-parking fee. Follow the signage for the building listed on your appointment.
Complimentary valet
- Location: Main Entrance #4
- Monday-Friday: 8 a.m.-7:30 p.m.
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
- Holidays: Closed
Care Cart transportation
Free campus Care Carts help transport patients and visitors between:
- Busse Center
- Day Surgery Center
- South Pavilion
- North Pavilion
- Radiation Oncology
- Ambulatory Infusion Clinic
- Other campus destinations
Care Cart hours:
- Monday-Friday: 7 a.m.-8 p.m.
- Saturday-Sunday: 8 a.m.-8 p.m.
Ask a guest-services volunteer or information-desk staff member for a Care Cart after you arrive.
Dropping off belongings
Patient belongings may be dropped at Main Entrance #4. Use Parking Garage A.
Drop-off hours: daily 8 a.m.-7:30 p.m.
NCH visitor hours by unit
Maternity, newborn and pediatric areas have specific published policies.
| Unit | Visiting hours | Current policy |
|---|---|---|
| Labor & Delivery | 24 hours | Support person has 24-hour access; up to 2 adult visitors. |
| Mother & Baby | 8 a.m.-8 p.m. | 1 adult support person may stay overnight; up to 4 visitors at a time. |
| NICU | 24 hours | Parents/guardians; no visitors under 18. |
| Pediatric Acute Care Center | 24 hours | Up to 2 adult visitors. |
How to get Northwest Community Hospital medical records
NCH provides online, MyChart, email, fax, mail and in-person record-request options.
Records, imaging and NCH MyChart assistance.
Completed authorization forms.
Provider-to-provider urgent continuity requests.
Email requests
Patients may submit a completed, signed authorization to: recordrequest@nch.org.
Walk-in Medical Records office
Health Information Management at Northwest Community Hospital accepts walk-ins.
- Monday-Friday: 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
- Photo ID: required
- Appointment: not required
- Possible wait: approximately 30-45 minutes
Mailing address
Northwest Community Hospital
Attn: Medical Records
800 W. Central Rd.
Arlington Heights, IL 60005
Current patient-pickup record fees
| Record | Current published fee |
|---|---|
| Pages 1-12 | Free |
| Pages 13-25 | $0.50 per page |
| Pages 26-50 | $0.25 per page |
| Pages 51+ | $0.15 per page |
| First radiology CD | Free |
| Additional radiology CD | $20 each |
| Cardiology CD | $20 each |
| Records sent directly to another provider | No charge |
Radiology CD processing
Allow approximately 48-72 hours for a routine radiology CD request. For urgent continuity-of-care needs, the treating provider can call 847-618-3200, option 1, or fax 847-618-4986.
NCH MyChart now; MyEndeavor begins November 7, 2026
Northwest Community Hospital is scheduled to change patient portals later in 2026.
What NCH MyChart currently provides
- Test results
- Discharge instructions
- Immunization information
- Billing statements
- Medical-record request access
- Provider messaging for participating services
- Prescription-refill functions where enabled
Need an NCH MyChart account?
Call 847-618-2000 for NCH MyChart account assistance.
Portal change date
On November 7, 2026, MyEndeavor is scheduled to become the active patient portal for Northwest Community Hospital.
NCH imaging, laboratory and interventional radiology
Imaging
Northwest Community Hospital provides diagnostic imaging through its hospital and outpatient network, including services such as:
- X-ray
- CT
- MRI
- Ultrasound
- Nuclear medicine
- Other advanced radiology services
Laboratory testing
Endeavor laboratory appointments are preferred, though walk-ins are accepted at many locations. Routine results are typically sent to the ordering provider and displayed in the patient portal when available.
Interventional Radiology
Northwest Community Hospital Interventional Radiology: 847-618-5866.
A referring physician’s order is normally required for an interventional-radiology consultation.
Wound Care
Northwest Community Hospital Wound Care is at:
800 W. Central Road
East Tower, 8th Floor
Arlington Heights, IL
Appointments: 847-618-3231
Northwest Community Hospital Outpatient Pharmacy
Floor 1, Arlington Heights, IL 60005.
Full-service retail pharmacy open to the community.
The pharmacy is in the Busse Center lobby, a short walk from the Emergency Department, Day Surgery Center and physician offices.
NCH dining, gift shop, chapel and patient amenities
Oasis Food Court
Located on the first floor of the hospital.
- Monday-Friday: 6:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m.
- Weekends and holidays: 7 a.m.-6:30 p.m.
Food choices include hot entrées, soups, salads, sandwiches, pizza and burgers.
Perfect Brew & Bakery
Located near the North Pavilion entrance, close to the Busse Center for Specialty Medicine.
Monday-Friday: 7 a.m.-3 p.m.
Menu includes Starbucks coffee, soups, salads, sandwiches, breakfast items and pastries.
Patient room service
Patients can use the Treat Yourself room-service program from 6:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m..
From the bedside phone, dial extension 3663 (FOOD). Allow up to approximately 45 minutes for delivery.
The 800 Shop gift shop
Located at the Main Entrance.
- Monday-Friday: 9 a.m.-7 p.m.
- Saturday-Sunday: noon-5 p.m.
Gift Shop: 847-618-5080
Spiritual Care
Spiritual Care office: 847-618-4250, Monday-Friday from 9 a.m.-3 p.m..
Chaplains are also available on call. The Chapel on 3 West is available for quiet prayer and reflection.
Free interpretation services
Northwest Community Hospital provides interpretation services 24 hours a day, seven days a week at no personal cost to the patient.
If interpretation is needed for an appointment, procedure, discharge instructions or consent discussion, tell the care team or scheduling office before the visit when possible.
Patient concerns and complaints
Compliments, complaints and unresolved care concerns.
Northwest-suburb patient advocate contact.
Northwest Community Hospital phone directory
Use the most specific number available for faster help.
| Need | Phone | Best use |
|---|---|---|
| Main Hospital / Emergency | 847-618-1000 | Hospital information and ER routing. |
| Advanced Neurosciences Center | 847-618-4430 | Neurology/neuroscience appointments and questions. |
| Cardiology – Arlington Heights | 847-618-2500 | Multiple Endeavor cardiology providers. |
| Orthopaedics | 847-618-0217 | Orthopedic provider/trauma scheduling route. |
| Diamond Headache Center | 847-618-3590 | Migraine and headache appointments. |
| Wound Care | 847-618-3231 | East Tower wound-care appointments. |
| Interventional Radiology | 847-618-5866 | IR consultation and procedure routing. |
| Medical Records | 847-618-3200 | Records, imaging CDs and MyChart assistance. |
| Billing Questions | 847-618-4747 | Patient Accounting and payment plans. |
| Pay Bill by Phone | 847-618-4780 | Telephone bill payment. |
| Cost Estimate | 847-982-3924 | Customized estimate assistance. |
| Financial Counseling | 847-618-4542 | Financial-assistance application and eligibility help. |
| NCH MyChart / account help | 847-618-2000 | Current portal support/account setup. |
| Delivery preregistration account help | 847-618-3775 | NCH MyChart setup for maternity preregistration. |
| Outpatient Pharmacy | 847-618-7427 | Busse Center pharmacy. |
| Gift Shop | 847-618-5080 | Gifts, flowers and hospital delivery. |
| Spiritual Care | 847-618-4250 | Chaplain and spiritual support. |
| Patient Experience | 847-618-4390 | Compliments and care concerns. |
Northwest Community Hospital map
The map below points to the main Arlington Heights hospital campus.
Before you leave home: NCH checklist
- Confirm whether your appointment is at 800, 880 or another W. Central Road address.
- Save 847-618-1000 for main-hospital help.
- Confirm the doctor’s exact clinic date and office.
- Bring photo ID and insurance card.
- Bring referral/prior authorization when required.
- Bring your medication list.
- Bring outside records and images if requested.
- Use complimentary valet at Entrance #4 if it is operating when you arrive.
- Ask for a Care Cart if walking across the campus is difficult.
- Use NCH MyChart until the November 7, 2026 transition to MyEndeavor.
Endeavor Health Northwest Community Hospital FAQs
Answers to common patient and visitor questions.
1. Where is Northwest Community Hospital?
2. Is Northwest Community Hospital ER open 24 hours?
3. Does NCH have 24-hour pediatric urgent care?
4. Is valet parking free at Northwest Community Hospital?
5. How much does a doctor appointment at NCH cost?
6. How much does the Northwest Community Hospital ER cost?
7. How do I request NCH medical records?
8. What patient portal does Northwest Community Hospital use?
9. Does Northwest Community Hospital have a NICU?
10. Does NCH offer financial assistance?
Official information used for this guide
The practical information above was checked against current Endeavor Health hospital, Emergency Department, provider-directory, medical-record, billing, financial-assistance, maternity, pediatric and patient-portal resources.
- Northwest Community Hospital official page
- NCH Emergency Department
- Endeavor Emergency Care
- Current physician directory
- Advanced Neurosciences Center
- Pediatric hospital and NICU care
- Pregnancy and maternity care
- Maternity preregistration and tours
- Northwest-suburb billing information
- Cost-estimate information
- Financial assistance
- Accepted insurance information
- Medical records, fees and imaging CDs
- NCH MyChart and MyEndeavor transition
- NCH Outpatient Pharmacy
- Interventional Radiology
- NCH Wound Care
- NCH Patient Experience